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This course offers a survey of various theological approaches. These approaches include but are not limited to the classic subdisciplines of Biblical Studies, Historical Theology, Systematic Theology, Practical Theology and Christian Ethics. The approaches are presented through interviews with Aberdeen scholars, as well as through key readings. Students learn to compare and contrast various approaches, and will be trained in critical reading and writing at honours level.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 4 |
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| Term | First Term | Credit Points | 30 credits (15 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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This course offers a survey of various theological approaches. These approaches include but are not limited to the classic subdisciplines of Biblical Studies, Historical Theology, Systematic Theology, Practical Theology and Christian Ethics. The approaches are presented through interviews with Aberdeen scholars, as well as through key readings. Students learn to compare and contrast various approaches, and will be trained in critical reading and writing at honours level.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Weeks | 15 | Feedback Weeks | 18 | |
| Feedback |
Written or audio feedback will be provided through MyAberdeen. |
Word Count | 1500 | |
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Conceptual | Understand | Students demonstrate a good understanding of the relationship between the various theological approaches by being able to compare and contrast them. |
| Factual | Remember | Students demonstrate knowledge of a diverse range of approaches in theology, including the classic subdisciplines of Biblical Studies, Historical Theology, Systematic Theology, and Practical Theology |
| Procedural | Analyse | Students can apply critical reading skills appropriate to honours level study. |
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Weeks | 11 | Feedback Weeks | 14 | |
| Feedback |
750 words. Written or audio feedback will be provided through MyAberdeen. |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Conceptual | Understand | Students demonstrate a good understanding of the relationship between the various theological approaches by being able to compare and contrast them. |
| Factual | Remember | Students demonstrate knowledge of a diverse range of approaches in theology, including the classic subdisciplines of Biblical Studies, Historical Theology, Systematic Theology, and Practical Theology |
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 60 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Weeks | 18 | Feedback Weeks | 20 | |
| Feedback |
Written or audio feedback will be provided through MyAberdeen. |
Word Count | 4000 | |
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Conceptual | Understand | Students demonstrate a good understanding of the relationship between the various theological approaches by being able to compare and contrast them. |
| Factual | Remember | Students demonstrate knowledge of a diverse range of approaches in theology, including the classic subdisciplines of Biblical Studies, Historical Theology, Systematic Theology, and Practical Theology |
| Procedural | Evaluate | Students can independently find and integrate relevant literature of a theological approach of their choice with the respective course material. |
| Assessment Type | Formative | Weighting | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Weeks | 11,16 | Feedback Weeks | 12,17 | |
| Feedback |
250-400 words. Students will be provided with the critical reading forms as filled out by the respective staff members, in order for them to self-assess their report. |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Factual | Remember | Students demonstrate knowledge of a diverse range of approaches in theology, including the classic subdisciplines of Biblical Studies, Historical Theology, Systematic Theology, and Practical Theology |
| Procedural | Analyse | Students can apply critical reading skills appropriate to honours level study. |
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Factual | Remember | Students demonstrate knowledge of a diverse range of approaches in theology, including the classic subdisciplines of Biblical Studies, Historical Theology, Systematic Theology, and Practical Theology |
| Conceptual | Understand | Students demonstrate a good understanding of the relationship between the various theological approaches by being able to compare and contrast them. |
| Procedural | Analyse | Students can apply critical reading skills appropriate to honours level study. |
| Procedural | Evaluate | Students can independently find and integrate relevant literature of a theological approach of their choice with the respective course material. |
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